Assistant Professor of Biomechanics- Center for Cardiovascular Research in Biomechanics (CRiB)

Job Details

UNO is Nebraska's public metropolitan research university - a university with strong academic values, diverse programs and learning opportunities, and significant relationships with our community that facilitate engaged teaching and research.

Assistant Professor of Biomechanics- Center for Cardiovascular Research in Biomechanics (CRiB)

Please submit the following application materials: 1. Cover letter 2. Curriculum vitae 3. Statements of research and teaching interests 4. Contact information of at least three references (references will only be contacted for finalists)

Applications must be submitted directly through the UNO website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will not be reviewed or considered. Review of the applications will begin on October 15, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is January 2027 or August 2027.

For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Alexey Kamenskiy, Chairperson and CRiB Director, via akamenskiy@unomaha.edu

Essential Functions

The Department of Biomechanics and the COBRE Center for Cardiovascular Research in Biomechanics (CRiB) at the University of Nebraska Omaha are seeking candidates for a tenure-track faculty position in cardiovascular biomechanics. New hire will be expected to develop research projects as Research Project Leaders (RPL) in CRiB within their first year. They are also expected to establish and maintain world-class, extramurally-funded research programs and productive collaborations with clinical partners at neighboring medical centers. Other duties include teaching courses in Biomechanics and related fields, supervising students and research associates, and providing departmental, university, and professional service.

Required Qualifications

At the time of hire, candidates should have a Ph.D. in Physiology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, Materials, etc) or a closely related field, and conduct research that supports the development of novel materials and devices to treat cardiovascular diseases. Specific areas of expertise include (but are not limited to) vascular physiology, biology, or immunology with a focus on novel materials and devices, large animal models, tissue and cell biomechanics, organ and cell culture systems, and cardiovascular device design. Postdoctoral experience and a track record of securing extramural funding are highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

A history of extramural funding, including fellowships, scholarships, and research grants.